12 things to do in Metro Vancouver on Tuesday, May 12

Looking for something to do tomorrow? The Straight’s got you covered. Here are 12 events happening in or around Vancouver on Tuesday, May 12.

CONCERTS

American blues-rock guitar hero Joe Bonamassa (pictured above) takes the stage at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre.

California ska-punk band Reel Big Fish headlines at Venue.

BENEFITS

Nomad hosts a fundraiser featuring an award-winning chef, a silent auction, an live auction, and entertainment. Proceeds go to U R Building Knowledge.

FOOD AND DRINK

Sample tacos and mezcal at four of Vancouver's favourite Mexican spots. Starts at Tacofino Taco and Burrito Bar.

FORUMS

At the Centennial Theatre, you can learn about grizzly bears and meet some of the people who dedicate their lives to them.

ARTS ET CETERA

At the York Theatre, the IGNITE! Youth Festival features music, dance, poetry, and theatre.

Mark DeLong, Richard MacFarlane, and Brynn McNab offer commentary on Julia Dault's work. Held at the Contemporary Art Gallery.

DANCE

The 605 Collective and Theatre Replacement team up to bring you new experimental dance creation The Sensationalists. Held at the Cultch.

MUSIC

The Joyful Voice Community Choir presents an uplifting and positive program of songs at St. Paul's Anglican Church.

THEATRE

Sam Shepard's play Fool for Love opens at the Havana Theatre.

MOVIES

Vancity Theatre screens The Killing of a Chinese Bookie, John Cassavetes's 1976 gangster movie.

Glen Campbell: I'll Be Me, James Keach's documentary about the farewell tour of the country-music legend, is screened at Vancity Theatre.